Michael is the best! He has helped me through some things in the past and I’m back for more help from him. I definitely would recommend him!
Michael Hutchinson, LMHC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Michael is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Michael. View 44 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Florida
Recent reviews
Michael is an important person in my life
More about Michael
- 6 years' experience
- Male
- LMHC
My name is Michael Hutchinson, I go by Hutch, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the State of Florida. My therapeutic orientation may be considered Constructivist, and is designed to meet the individual where they are at, while applying evidence-based techniques rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address disturbances of the mind, emotions, and behavior.
I have been working and studying in the field of mental health since 2012, and have been actively licensed in the state of Florida since 2018. Over that time I have accrued experience in inpatient, outpatient, and community-based settings; always maintaining a focus on trauma, severe/ persistent mental illness, relationships, and many other facets of the human experience.
In my practice, I always strive to promote self-determination, and have always considered clients to be the experts on themselves. Rather than provide advice, we discuss and develop insight rooted in your value system – your choices are not my choices. In addition to this, I have always valued continued education, and constantly seek new evidenced-based interventions and theories of change.
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Michael Hutchinson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851725220.
- LMHC · Florida · MH15723 · Expires March 2025
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Michael Hutchinson
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Michael is the best! He has helped me through some things in the past and I’m back for more help from him. I definitely would recommend him!
Michael is an important person in my life
As someone who was new to therapy, I was pretty anxious about starting. But from day one, Hutch made me feel at ease and created a safe space for me to open up. He’s been incredibly supportive and instrumental in helping me work through the grief of losing my mom. I couldn’t be more grateful for the progress we’ve made together, and I genuinely feel more hopeful with his guidance. I look forward to continuing this journey with him. Highly recommend Hutch to anyone needing a compassionate, skilled therapist!
He doesn't miss. Insightful, intuitive, genuine, I can't praise him enough.
I came to hutch in a time when my emotions were in dismay, I had episodes I had never experienced before but hutch didn’t go “alright this is a lot to take in, I’m not sure where to start” he had a game plan, we’ve started on it and it took my emotions from day ruining to extremely manageable. My goals haven’t been hit yet but he took a period of turmoil and made it look as though bright days are ahead. Thanks man!
Always helpful.
Mr. Hutchinson is truly a great therapist! He has helped me in so many ways. While I am here mainly because of my marriage, he has guided, nurtured, have positive recommendations, and help me to be a better person individually, which is truly what I was seeking in the long run. I truly appreciate his words of wisdom and his true knowledge in his field! I would recommend him 100%!!
Michael is very easy to talk to. His ability to relate in an authentic manner coupled with insightful comments often times provides a different perspective. He also suggests useful tools when needed. I value each conversation we have.
Awesome.
Honestly the best specialist I could've asked for. Concise, no nonsense sessions.
I've only had a few sessions so far but he's offered great advice and is a good listener. I feel he can break through all the info I'm spewing out to understand what my point is as I don't communicate well at times. He's doing a great job so far!
Michael exemplifies the epitome of a compassionate and skilled therapist. His nonjudgmental demeanor creates a safe and supportive environment, allowing for open dialogue and genuine exploration of my concerns. His professionalism shines through in every session, as he adeptly guides me through various therapeutic techniques tailored to my needs. Beyond his expertise, Michael's kindness and empathy make each session not only productive but also deeply meaningful. I am incredibly satisfied with the progress we have made together, and I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking compassionate and effective therapy.
Literally the best therapist. Great guy. Doesn't beat around the bush. Excellent and responsive listener. Invested in my personal progress. Would 100% recommend.
In the short time I have met with him, He has definitely shown so much understanding, compassion and most of all knowledge! So great!
Very professional and helpful therapist.
Mr. Hutchinson's wealth of knowledge from his prior experiences in his fields of study and line of work along with deep interpersonal understanding garnered through self-analysis in juxtaposition to those and the world around him, makes him an invaluable therapist.
Always listens and is helpful.
I enjoyed my first session and look forward to speaking to him again.
Michael has been very helpful and providing resources to assist me especially in my grieving process ! Very respectful and kind and helping me refocus and assisting me in ways to reach a more positive outlook for my situations! He is very supportive and resourceful!
Best therapist I've ever had
Michael has been incredible! He takes the time to listen and find solutions I feel comfortable with. I have made so much progress in such a short time. Truly grateful I have him by my side in this journey.
Great guy
Very friendly and helpful. Extremely understanding and really has a way to incorporate emotions into words and making them relatable so you can better understand and communicate them
Hutch listens without judgment and helps me see what I already know. I would absolutely recommend anyone to talk to him.
Michael knows his stuff but is very kind and respectful. He’s exactly who I needed to talk to and he has already tremendously helped me in just a couple of sessions. Looking forward to developing our relationship and seeing how many things we can figure out and fix in me in the coming weeks and months. This is my first time trying therapy, I only wish I had of tried it sooner!
He is kind, patient, wise, suggests other resources to assist me , which are very valuable to me and I am grateful for his ability to review all I tell him and somehow keep it in the right lane of perspectives ! Impressive really!!!
Extremely helpful and knowledgeable therapist who goes above and beyond to support
Hutch has been a wonderful couple's therapist for my partner and I as we navigate polyamory, LGBTQIA+ dynamics, and relationship stress. Yes helped us through good, like premarital counseling, as well as the bad, like the rough patch we went through. I'm grateful for his intervention and encouragement.
Hutch is absolutely awesome! I was hesitant to start therapy, but he made everything smooth and has been easy to talk to and makes you think. I cannot recommend him enough! This has been my first real experience reaching out for a therapist, and Hut h has made it a great experience!
Michael has helped me in so many way over the time I’ve spent with him. He has everything I would want and expect from a therapist!
Mr. Hutchinson has been a great help to me in just a couple sessions. He listens and responds very well. He has given me skills that I can use on a daily basis during my regular routine. I am looking forward to our future sessions!
He’s been very helpful
Hutch is the man. He is deeply committed to excellence in his profession, and I feel immensely helped by him in our weekly calls. He helps me find clarity, and never puts his own opinion into matters, but helps me find how I deeply feel and helps me construct my own meaning. High praise, Michael Hutchinson!
Great to work with!
He is a great therapist
He is very caring and motivates me to challenge negative ideas. I enjoy our online and phone sessions.
He has been great responses quickly and provides quality care.
Hutch is awesome! He listens and helps you to think and see things more clearly. He doesn’t cause issues where there are none, I’d definitely recommend him. I was skeptical about using BetterHelp. Having Hutch as my therapist has definitely put those concerns to rest and I am now an advocate for BetterHelp.
Hutch is very patient and skilled. He has helped me a great deal and I would highly recommend him to for personal and relationship counseling.
Hutch has been a fantastic help to my partner and I as we navigate some tough, and even niche issues in our relationship. He remembers little details about both of us, provides a great structure for our sessions, and gives us great resources to continue our work together outside of sessions. Easily the best remote counseling experience I've had.
Michael was my first try at therapy and I couldn't be having a better experience. His expertise bleeds through the conversations. He is not only an amazing therapist but also an amazing person. Highly recommend him! Looking forward to more meetings.
Luke/Michael has been really helpful in helping me find my own path and giving me tools to use to help me understand myself better and fix the things I want to fix.
Amazing
I appreciate his willingness to address my concerns.
Frequently asked questions
Does Michael Hutchinson offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Michael Hutchinson works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Michael Hutchinson speak?
Michael Hutchinson speaks English.
How many years of experience does Michael Hutchinson have?
Michael Hutchinson has 6 years of experience.
Where is Michael Hutchinson licensed to practice?
Michael Hutchinson is licensed to practice in Florida.
Does Michael Hutchinson accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Michael Hutchinson does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Michael Hutchinson offer?
Michael Hutchinson offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Michael Hutchinson?
Michael Hutchinson can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Michael Hutchinson?
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